I purchased a Lionsteel M 1 with Olive wood handle scales in Tenn. last month. Generally when I think of a fixed blade sheath knife I think more about larger blades, but having read about the handiness of the Lionsteel M1 fixed blade knife in emails before going to Tenn. I decided to check them out. I thought I might like it and have found I like it more than I thought I would. I have found it quite useful doing things around the house & yard this spring.
Нож с фиксированным клинком LionSteel M1 Most of us can enjoy the extra views of the knife from different angles. Vladimir may benefit from the narration too. [probably a sales pitch]
btw, I have one of the ESSE Izula knives shown in the above video. I like the LS M1 a lot more.
Lionsteel and Esee knives are great. I have several Esee knives and several Lionsteel knives as well.
The Esee coverage is awesome. If you ever have a knife become damage they will fix or replace the knife for free. Lionsteel also makes great folding knives. DPX is a subsidiary company of Lionsteel that also makes wonderful fix blade knives and folders. If you get a chance, take a look at DPX.
David, you made a excellent knife selection. I don’t own the M1 or M3 but I have been looking at these knives for a while. They are well made and the leather sheaths are great. Also take a look at Bark River Knives, they also make great outdoor knives in A2 steel or CPM 3V.
I come from a thru-hiking background and am a bit of a gram counter. That being said I almost exclusively carry a Swiss Army Classic SD. It’s the only ‘knife’ I carried on the PCT and never felt I needed something more substantial the 150 days I was out there. It comes with me on every day hike, backpacking trip, and fishing outing and suits my needs perfectly. I’m not out there batoning wood or anything though. It has a small knife, scissors, and even tweezers - all for under 1 oz!
If you’re looking for a dedicated knife with a bit more length Opinels can be a great option, but I prefer the utility of the SD
I’ve definitely become more interested in knives since my prior post in this thread. For a backpacking/fishing trip I think my ideal is a spyderco dragonfly 2. Under 2oz but it has a locking blade and a clip. I’ve lost too many small knives that float loose in my pocket when I’m in the woods.
Whether using waders wet wading I wear a lightweight “duty belt” that has my wading staff carrier and the optional nylon snap sheath for a Leatherman Wave that also securely holds my stream thermometer.
Cool thing about the Wave, I bought it somewhere between late 90s and early 2000s. Last year(?) I stupidly broke the scissors by not paying attention when folding up the knife. I called the company and they said I could send it in for free repair, if I paid the return shipping. I got a new Wave+ back in about 10 days.
I have a Swiss Army Tinker I used for many years hiking-backpacking-climbing
I carry a N690Co Brisa Trapper in a Kydex sheath on a backpack strap in National Forests if I plan on building a fire below 4500 feet where (& when) they’re allowed.
If you’re not carrying the Morakniv then you’re wrong seriously though it’s an epic knife. Inexpensive (I had my first one for half a day before it got dropped in the river to never be seen again), sharp, light, and a grippy handle even when wet. What’s not to love?
Morakniv M-13216 Companion Fixed Blade Outdoor Knife with Sandvik Stainless Steel Blade, 4.1-Inch, Desert Tan Amazon.com
@FallfishTenkara That sure brings back memories! This is the knife I grew up using! Haven’t seen one for decades! Not to mention, almost cut my nose off with it. Yes, literally. I’ll tell you that story next time I see you.
I have an older version of the ioyoni (?) knife by Chris Reeves and it is very similar to the Bird & Trout knife in this picture. I think when they were new they cost around $220. Not sure if that was the exact name of the knife but it is very close. It had a leather sheath.
I’m really in love with this sharp little knife. Sleek and light and very sharp. I actually carry it with me everywhere… but it’s super useful for tenkara (I catch and release, so I have never processed fish with it).
seriously though it’s an epic knife. Inexpensive (I had my first one for half a day before it got dropped in the river to never be seen again), sharp, light, and a grippy handle even when wet. What’s not to love?
Not to mention, almost cut my nose off with it. Yes, literally. I’ll tell you that story next time I see you.
Yikes! Can’t wait to hear that tale